Th... thank you. Others know, too, so they can help, but I didn't want everyone to...
[he's causing enough trouble already, for the people he's opted to tell.
after taking a moment to steel himself a bit--]
I wanted to- ask you something, as well, but I needed to explain what happened to you first. [to make sure he knew what happened. about what he is, and his instability.] Be- because-- um, when we spoke before, I thought you asked my opinions on finding my partner very quickly, so I was unsure if you only wanted to know or if you... thought that yours might be me.
I'm all right with telling you what I am either way. Even if you can't, or-- would prefer not to.
Don't worry, Mathis-dono. Your secret will be safe with me.
[ punctuated with a formal bow, a show of his resolve.
...but the follow up question does surprise him, a little, so he shakes his head. ]
To be honest, I've no idea who my partner is. I've heard we can receive clues from the overseers, if we like, but I haven't asked. I didn't see the need, in case my partner didn't want to be found.
But I wouldn't mind it at all, if we were partners. And even if we aren't, I trust you.
[ how could he not, after mathis trusted him with something so important? ]
I mostly asked about mine so I could try to have some idea of who might look for me... when I spoke with Famine about it, they said-- it inherently requires the will of two people. I wanted to find them first, so that I could... tell them what I just told you. I-in case they didn't want to take that sort of risk.
[so. well. a longer pause, deeper breath, fingers curled tight into the fabric of his sleeves.]
If you're... still willing to say that you wouldn't mind, after hearing it, then...
upon the two of them finding each other, a glow will suddenly emit from both of their bodies. magic will course through them, and they will both feel immediately that a wish is waiting to be granted.
they will also immediately feel their upgraded power: alongside their current one, they will each be able to have one additional vote in trial ]
I understand what you mean. It's important to understand the risks first, especially with a situation like yours. Thinking of your partner that way... you are very kind.
[ but that... isn't at all what he expected to hear. he had already accepted that he may never know his partner - it's a big step, after all, to anchor your life to another's, and completely understandable that some wouldn't want to.
and now, faced with that risk himself, iwatooshi can't help but smile. ]
So that makes us partners, then, does it?
[ without any further warning, he sweeps mathis up into a hug - not unlike before, but maybe a little warmer, when it's out of pure affection and not to stop a fight. ]
[the mod tag pre-inves notif jumpscare hhhhelp. mathis blinks at that glow, distracted by it briefly before all of a sudden he's being swept up and hugged-- he reflexively wraps his arms around iwa's neck for stability, clinging, before he smiles back.]
Y-you still could-! [there are undoubtedly better people to be with, when it comes to this.] But if you're really all right with me, then... then I'll do my best to be a good partner for you.
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[he's causing enough trouble already, for the people he's opted to tell.
after taking a moment to steel himself a bit--]
I wanted to- ask you something, as well, but I needed to explain what happened to you first. [to make sure he knew what happened. about what he is, and his instability.] Be- because-- um, when we spoke before, I thought you asked my opinions on finding my partner very quickly, so I was unsure if you only wanted to know or if you... thought that yours might be me.
I'm all right with telling you what I am either way. Even if you can't, or-- would prefer not to.
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[ punctuated with a formal bow, a show of his resolve.
...but the follow up question does surprise him, a little, so he shakes his head. ]
To be honest, I've no idea who my partner is. I've heard we can receive clues from the overseers, if we like, but I haven't asked. I didn't see the need, in case my partner didn't want to be found.
But I wouldn't mind it at all, if we were partners. And even if we aren't, I trust you.
[ how could he not, after mathis trusted him with something so important? ]
The monster I've been connected to is a dragon.
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[blinking up at him...]
I mostly asked about mine so I could try to have some idea of who might look for me... when I spoke with Famine about it, they said-- it inherently requires the will of two people. I wanted to find them first, so that I could... tell them what I just told you. I-in case they didn't want to take that sort of risk.
[so. well. a longer pause, deeper breath, fingers curled tight into the fabric of his sleeves.]
If you're... still willing to say that you wouldn't mind, after hearing it, then...
So am I.
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upon the two of them finding each other, a glow will suddenly emit from both of their bodies. magic will course through them, and they will both feel immediately that a wish is waiting to be granted.
they will also immediately feel their upgraded power: alongside their current one, they will each be able to have one additional vote in trial ]
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[ but that... isn't at all what he expected to hear. he had already accepted that he may never know his partner - it's a big step, after all, to anchor your life to another's, and completely understandable that some wouldn't want to.
and now, faced with that risk himself, iwatooshi can't help but smile. ]
So that makes us partners, then, does it?
[ without any further warning, he sweeps mathis up into a hug - not unlike before, but maybe a little warmer, when it's out of pure affection and not to stop a fight. ]
I couldn't ask for anyone better! Gahahahahaha!
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[the mod tag pre-inves notif jumpscare hhhhelp. mathis blinks at that glow, distracted by it briefly before all of a sudden he's being swept up and hugged-- he reflexively wraps his arms around iwa's neck for stability, clinging, before he smiles back.]
Y-you still could-! [there are undoubtedly better people to be with, when it comes to this.] But if you're really all right with me, then... then I'll do my best to be a good partner for you.
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No, I think I'm pretty lucky! We'll work well together, Mathis-dono. And if there's anything you need, don't hesitate to rely on me, alright?